Tag: Fasting

Researchers who examined the effects of the 16:8 diet claimed that it can help people lose weight and lower their blood pressure. The study followed overweight individuals who fasted for 12 weeks and would only eat from 10 am to 6 pm each day.

Intermittent fasting is a type of diet that is surging in popularity because it allows people to eat whatever they want. According to a new study, other benefits on top of weight loss include improved blood pressure and insulin sensitivity.

A group of researchers warned people against the potential health risk of the popular intermittent fasting diet fad. Their finding was presented during an annual meeting that is being held by the European Society of Endocrinology from May 19 to May 22.

New research suggests that fat cells are helpful for the liver during fasting and regulating uridine and glucose. These findings could change the way we address a number of diseases, such as diabetes and obesity.

The fasting-mimicking diet tricks the body into thinking it is fasting and was found effective at reducing risk factors for aging and age-related diseases. FMD, however, is not recommended for everyone.

A new guideline showed that people do not need to fast before heading for a cholesterol test. A team of international experts reported that there is no significant change in the blood test results of those people who fast and did not fast before having a cholesterol test.

A study with mice suggests periodic cycles of a diet similar to fasting can let you live longer, researchers say. In a human study, a fasting mimicking diet resulted in decreased risk of many health problems associated with aging, they say.

Ramadan can be particularly challenging for Muslims with Type 1 diabetes and those with Type 2 diabetes accompanied by certain complications. Still, many devout Muslims with these conditions continue to fast.